From Lamb to Ram
STORY BY MEGAN DEMAREST
PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY THE CROOKED RAM
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Night & Day at The Crooked Ram
The Crooked Ram on Main Street in Manchester is a vibrant restaurant that has been making waves in the local dining scene with its innovative menu ; cozy , yet exciting ambiance ; and commitment to showcasing the best of Southern Vermont ’ s culinary delights .
From Lamb to Ram
When Peter Campbell moved with his wife , Courtney , to Vermont and embarked on his new business venture back in 2017 , he knew they ’ d start off slowly and hopefully grow into something bigger as they got to know their new community and its ebbs and flows . The plan to start off simply as a wine and craft beer bottle shop with snack accompaniments was a
40 manchester life | manchesterlifemagazine . com shrewd choice , and now The Crooked Ram is a bustling restaurant filled with day and nighttime dining to delight their regulars and the thousands of visitors that travel through Manchester all year long in search of unique seasonal experiences .
The Crooked Ram has gone through several iterations of food , service , and construction as their ideas flourished and blossomed , from charcuterie and small plates only , to now a full kitchen with offerings that still include charcuterie , but also boast a breakfast café , brunch , and two different kinds of dining vibes , all on the same property . Although firmly rooted in using local ingredients and showcasing what Southern Vermont has to offer , there is a European sensibility to the cuisine , bringing in the personal travel experiences of the staff and creating a space where diners can enjoy European-inspired tastes